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Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 W429

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We spent several hours reading reviews from experts and tire owners. In summary, this is what people think about Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 W429. You can agree with these conclusions by voting for any item:

Reasons to buy vote if agree

– Almost every driver mentioned that this tire provided great ice and snow handling and grip.
– The owners appreciated the excellent ice braking performance of this tire.
– Most users agreed that the tires were good value for money.
– Many buyers said that these tires were quiet and comfortable to ride on while offering good grip and nice handling while driving.

Reasons not to buy

– A few dissatisfied drivers said that the cornering capability of this tire was pretty low.
– One purchaser felt that this set of tires was poor in terms of braking.

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Hankook Winter i*Pike RS2 W429



Description

The Hankook Winter i Pike RS2 W429 is a directional studded tire, meticulously crafted to enhance road safety during the harshest winter conditions. Introduced for the winter season of 2018/2019, it stands out as one of the most studded models available, ensuring drivers experience optimal grip and control on icy and snowy terrains.

Features & Benefits

  • Optimized Tread Pattern: The computer-optimized tread pattern of the Winter i Pike RS2 W429 is distinct from its predecessor, offering improved load distribution in the contact zone, enhanced control on winter surfaces, and better directional stability on dry asphalt.
  • Enhanced Shoulder Beads: The slightly smaller shoulder beads, which have increased in number, improve the tire's lateral stability and aid in navigating out of snowy ruts.
  • Three-dimensional Sipes: These sipes, present throughout the tread, enhance the tire's performance on winter surfaces by limiting block mobility. Their strategic placement ensures precise maneuvering on icy and compacted snow, improved traction, and efficient water drainage.
  • Increased Number of Studs: The Winter i Pike RS2 W429 boasts 16 rows of studs, six more than its predecessor, ensuring superior traction on icy roads.

Year Released

The Hankook Winter iPike RS2 W429 was launched in 2018, succeeding the Hankook Winter iPike RS W419. It has since been replaced by the Hankook Winter iPike RS2 W429A and Hankook Winter ipike X W429A.

Regions Availability

The Hankook Winter i Pike RS2 W429 is available in various regions, including the USA, Canada, Europe, and Russia, ensuring drivers in these regions have access to a tire tailored for their specific winter conditions.

Vehicle Compatibility / Popular Vehicle Fitments

Given the sizes in which the Hankook Winter i Pike RS2 W429 is produced and the regions it's sold in, it is compatible with a wide range of passenger vehicles. Some popular vehicle fitments include:

  • Toyota Prius
  • Honda Fit
  • Ford Fiesta
  • Volkswagen Polo
  • Nissan Versa
  • Chevrolet Sonic
  • Hyundai Accent

Note: Always consult with a tire specialist or the vehicle's manufacturer to ensure correct tire fitment.

Final Thoughts

The Hankook Winter iPike RS2 W429 stands as a testament to Hankook's commitment to safety, innovation, and performance during the winter months. With its advanced technologies and features, it offers drivers a reliable choice for navigating the challenges of winter roads. Whether driving through city streets or on icy highways, the Winter iPike RS2 W429 promises a safe and controlled journey.


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Detailed Information

Type and Size
Tire Model
Hankook / Winter i*Pike RS2 W429
Car Type
Season
Winter
Rim Diameter
13 / 14 / 15 / 16 / 17 / 18 / 19 "
Width
155 / 165 / 175 / 185 / 195 / 205 / 215 / 225 / 235 / 245 / 255 mm
Aspect Ratio
40 / 45 / 50 / 55 / 60 / 65 / 70 / 80 %
Construction
Radial
Special Features
Runflat
No
Mud and Snow
No
Extra Load
No
Speed and Load
Speed Index
T (max 118 mph)
Load Index (max load for a tire)
 

Hankook / Winter i*Pike RS2 W429 Sizes & Specifications

Rim Model Size Index Features Load range Price
R13 155/65 R13 73T 155/65 R13 73T
R13 155/70 R13 75T 155/70 R13 75T
R13 155/80 R13 79T 155/80 R13 79T
R13 165/70 R13 79T 165/70 R13 79T
R13 165/80 R13 83T 165/80 R13 83T
R13 175/70 R13 82T 175/70 R13 82T
R14 155/65 R14 75T 155/65 R14 75T
R14 165/65 R14 79T 165/65 R14 79T
R14 165/70 R14 85T 165/70 R14 85T
R14 175/65 R14 86T 175/65 R14 86T
R14 175/70 R14 88T 175/70 R14 88T
R14 175/80 R14 88T 175/80 R14 88T
R14 185/60 R14 82T 185/60 R14 82T
R14 185/65 R14 90T 185/65 R14 90T
R14 185/70 R14 92T 185/70 R14 92T
R14 195/70 R14 91T 195/70 R14 91T
R15 175/65 R15 88T 175/65 R15 88T
R15 185/55 R15 86T 185/55 R15 86T
R15 185/60 R15 88T 185/60 R15 88T
R15 185/65 R15 92T 185/65 R15 92T
R15 195/55 R15 89T 195/55 R15 89T
R15 195/60 R15 92T 195/60 R15 92T
R15 195/65 R15 91T 195/65 R15 91T
R15 195/65 R15 95T 195/65 R15 95T
R15 205/60 R15 91T 205/60 R15 91T
R15 205/65 R15 94T 205/65 R15 94T
R15 215/65 R15 100T 215/65 R15 100T
R15 215/70 R15 98T 215/70 R15 98T
R16 195/55 R16 91T 195/55 R16 91T
R16 205/50 R16 87T 205/50 R16 87T
R16 205/55 R16 91T 205/55 R16 91T
R16 205/55 R16 94T 205/55 R16 94T
R16 205/60 R16 96T 205/60 R16 96T
R16 205/65 R16 95T 205/65 R16 95T
R16 215/55 R16 97T 215/55 R16 97T
R16 215/60 R16 99T 215/60 R16 99T
R16 215/65 R16 102T 215/65 R16 102T
R16 225/55 R16 99T 225/55 R16 99T
R16 225/60 R16 102T 225/60 R16 102T
R17 205/50 R17 93T 205/50 R17 93T
R17 215/45 R17 91T 215/45 R17 91T
R17 215/50 R17 95T 215/50 R17 95T
R17 215/55 R17 98T 215/55 R17 98T
R17 225/45 R17 94T 225/45 R17 94T
R17 225/50 R17 98T 225/50 R17 98T
R17 225/55 R17 101T 225/55 R17 101T
R17 235/45 R17 97T 235/45 R17 97T
R17 235/55 R17 103T 235/55 R17 103T
R17 245/45 R17 99T 245/45 R17 99T
R18 225/40 R18 92T 225/40 R18 92T
R18 225/45 R18 95T 225/45 R18 95T
R18 225/50 R18 95T 225/50 R18 95T
R18 235/40 R18 95T 235/40 R18 95T
R18 245/40 R18 97T 245/40 R18 97T
R18 245/45 R18 100T 245/45 R18 100T
R18 245/50 R18 104T 245/50 R18 104T
R19 245/45 R19 102T 245/45 R19 102T
R19 255/40 R19 100T 255/40 R19 100T

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